Offensive lineman Sam Cosmi will miss the NFC Championship, but the Washington Commanders still have rookie sensation Jayden Daniels. And while Daniels will be leaned on heavily, the Commanders X-factor versus the Eagles will be running back Austin Ekeler.

Daniels threw for two touchdowns and fellow rookie Mike Sainristil had two interceptions, dazzling performances that helped Washington beat Detroit 45-31 on Saturday night to reach the NFC championship game for the first time since winning the franchise’s third Super Bowl 33 years ago.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is the talk of the NFL. The Commanders are one of four teams remaining in the playoffs and meet the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday with a chance to go to their first Super Bowl since 1991.

Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn gave his props to the Lions fans but still must deal with the bad injury news about Sam Cosmi. However, Jayden Daniels got a “ best rookie year ” label from Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud, according to a post on X by Jordan Schultz.

The Washington Commanders are one win away from the Super Bowl, thanks to the meteoric rise of rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Daniels delivered another stellar performance on Saturday night, leading the Commanders to a stunning victory over the No.